1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 1972 ZIL 117
To start off, 1972 ZIL 117 is newer by 2 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 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1970 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 117 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1970 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, 1972 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Checker Aerobus. 1972 ZIL 117 has automatic transmission and 1970 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1970 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 ZIL 117 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 1972 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Checker | ZIL |
| Model | Aerobus | 117 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3310 mm |
