1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 37 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, 2011 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 636 kg more than 2011 Volvo S60.
Because 2011 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S60. (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S60. 2011 Volvo S60 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. 2011 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Checker Aerobus | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Checker | Volvo |
Model | Aerobus | S60 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2776 mm |