1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 37 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1970 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 329 kg more than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Checker Aerobus. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Checker Aerobus | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Checker | Land Rover |
Model | Aerobus | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2750 mm |