1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 34 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Checker | Land Rover |
| Model | Aerobus | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2550 mm |
