1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica 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 40 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (145 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1230 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Checker Aerobus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Checker | Toyota |
| Model | Aerobus | Celica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2610 mm |
