1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 1996 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1996 Mazda Sentia is newer by 26 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 27 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 839 kg more than 1996 Mazda Sentia. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Sentia. 1996 Mazda Sentia 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. 1996 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Checker Aerobus | 1996 Mazda Sentia | |
Make | Checker | Mazda |
Model | Aerobus | Sentia |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2860 mm |