1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 39 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 864 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 1973 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1973 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Checker Aerobus | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Checker | Volkswagen |
Model | Aerobus | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2604 mm |