1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 9 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 104 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Checker | Renault |
| Model | Aerobus | 11 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2490 mm |
