1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1975 Triumph TR7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Checker Aerobus 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 79 more horse power than 1975 Triumph TR7. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph TR7.
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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph TR7. 1975 Triumph TR7 has automatic transmission and 1974 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1974 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Triumph TR7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Checker | Triumph |
| Model | Aerobus | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2170 mm |
