1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 41 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1969 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 138 kg more than 1969 Checker Aerobus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Checker Aerobus | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Checker | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aerobus | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3302 mm |
