1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 33 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 56 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Checker | Honda |
| Model | Aerobus | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2510 mm |
