1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 415 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Checker Aerobus | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Checker | Hyundai |
Model | Aerobus | Equus |
Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2840 mm |