1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 35 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, 2004 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 188 kg more than 2004 Dodge Durango.
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) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Checker | Dodge |
| Model | Aerobus | Durango |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3030 mm |
