1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1998 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 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 42 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Checker | Ford |
| Model | Aerobus | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2580 mm |
