1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 36 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (250 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 68 kg more than 1974 Checker Aerobus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Checker Aerobus. 2010 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1974 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1974 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Checker | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aerobus | Express |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3429 mm |
