1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1997 Toyota Previa is newer by 23 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 53 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 785 kg more than 1997 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Checker Aerobus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Checker | Toyota |
| Model | Aerobus | Previa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2530 mm |
