1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 2 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 123 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1550 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. 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 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Checker | Holden |
| Model | Aerobus | Torana |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2440 mm |
