1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1970 Checker Aerobus.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Checker | Dodge |
| Model | Aerobus | Ram |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2900 mm |
