1969 Checker Aerobus vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 42 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, 1969 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Checker Aerobus | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Checker | Nissan |
Model | Aerobus | Frontier |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3200 mm |