1982 Austin Marina vs. 1974 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 8 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 126 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1523 kg more than 1982 Austin Marina. 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, 1974 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1974 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Austin | Checker |
| Model | Marina | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 4760 mm |
