1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear 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 55 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 745 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. (193 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear | |
| Make | Checker | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aerobus | Delica Space Gear |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2810 mm |
