1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 1976 Mazda 616 is newer by 6 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 106 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Checker | Mazda |
| Model | Aerobus | 616 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2480 mm |
