1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 40 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 948 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30.
Because 1973 Checker Aerobus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Checker | Volvo |
| Model | Aerobus | C30 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2640 mm |
