1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 27 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 118 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Checker Aerobus (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Checker | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aerobus | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
