1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1970 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Checker | Toyota |
| Model | Aerobus | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2860 mm |
