I find the main difference as noted by Greg is the suspension...especially
with a cross or head wind.  My buses would tend to wander and required more
work to steer in general.  I also never liked the seats in the buses I had.

I was amazed at the difference between the two...for me it was a comparison
between a 78 panel bus and my 86 syncro westy.

I was sad to see my panel go because I did like to drive it in town...but I
don't miss it like I thought I might.

BT