1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 1975 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 5 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, 1970 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-3. 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, 1970 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX-3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 1975 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Checker | Mazda |
| Model | Aerobus | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2320 mm |
