1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1971 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1971 Checker Aerobus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 335 kg more than 1970 Buick Centurion.
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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Checker Aerobus. 1970 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1971 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1971 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 1971 Checker Aerobus | |
Make | Buick | Checker |
Model | Centurion | Aerobus |
Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 4760 mm |