1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1970 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 955 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
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 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Checker | Chrysler |
| Model | Aerobus | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2830 mm |
