1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 7 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 132 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Checker | Opel |
| Model | Aerobus | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2580 mm |
