1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 40 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 963 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Checker | Nissan |
| Model | Aerobus | Murano |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2830 mm |
