1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 1974 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1974 Mercury Cougar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,764 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 375 kg more than 1974 Mercury Cougar. 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, 1969 Checker Aerobus (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Cougar. (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Checker Aerobus | 1974 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Checker | Mercury |
Model | Aerobus | Cougar |
Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2910 mm |