1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1983 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1983 Westfield ZEI 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, 1983 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1983 Westfield ZEI.
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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 1983 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Checker | Westfield |
| Model | Aerobus | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2340 mm |
