1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 23 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. Both 1969 Checker Aerobus and 1992 Chevrolet Suburban are equipped with a 5,733 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 260 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1969 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1969 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Checker | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aerobus | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3350 mm |
