1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 35 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (180 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 775 kg more than 2005 Land Rover Defender. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Checker Aerobus | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Checker | Land Rover |
Model | Aerobus | Defender |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2370 mm |