1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 18 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. Both 1970 Checker Aerobus and 1988 Chevrolet Suburban are equipped with a 5,733 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1970 Checker Aerobus.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 1988 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Checker | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aerobus | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3300 mm |
