1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 10 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1271 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Checker Aerobus | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Checker | Mazda |
Model | Aerobus | 121 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2520 mm |