1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 797 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Checker | Honda |
| Model | Aerobus | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2640 mm |
