1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1964 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1974 Checker Aerobus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1964 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Checker Aerobus | 1964 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Checker | Volvo |
Model | Aerobus | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1964 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2460 mm |