1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1970 Checker Aerobus.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Checker | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aerobus | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2680 mm |
