1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 305 kg more than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Checker | Land Rover |
| Model | Aerobus | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2550 mm |
