1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 30 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 73 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 905 kg more than 1999 GAZ 3111. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Checker | GAZ |
| Model | Aerobus | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2810 mm |
