1980 Audi 100 vs. 1972 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1980 Audi 100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Checker Aerobus (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1980 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1980 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 100, 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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 1972 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Audi | Checker |
| Model | 100 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 4760 mm |
