1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 1991 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 22 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, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1103 kg more than 1991 Mazda RX-7.
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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 1991 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Checker | Mazda |
| Model | Aerobus | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2430 mm |
