1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 25 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1970 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 375 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice.
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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Checker | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aerobus | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2950 mm |
