1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 12 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore.
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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Checker | Holden |
| Model | Aerobus | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2670 mm |
