1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 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. Both 1974 Checker Aerobus and 1991 Chevrolet Corvette are equipped with a 5,733 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 830 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Checker Aerobus | 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Checker | Chevrolet |
Model | Aerobus | Corvette |
Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 512 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2450 mm |