1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 2012 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Livina is newer by 42 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, 1970 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Livina.
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, 2012 Nissan Livina, 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 2012 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Checker | Nissan |
| Model | Aerobus | Livina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2610 mm |
