1990 Audi 100 vs. 1973 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 17 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1973 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Audi | Checker |
| Model | 100 | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 4760 mm |
