1977 Buick Regal vs. 1973 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 865 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal. 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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1973 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1973 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1973 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Buick | Checker |
| Model | Regal | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 4760 mm |
