1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1276 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Honda Accord, 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Checker | Honda |
| Model | Aerobus | Accord |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2810 mm |
