1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1989 Lotus Esprit is newer by 15 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Checker Aerobus | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Checker | Lotus |
Model | Aerobus | Esprit |
Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2460 mm |