1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 35 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 13 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen T5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Checker | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aerobus | T5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3010 mm |
