1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1970 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Nissan Titan.
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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Checker Aerobus. 2012 Nissan Titan 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. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Checker | Nissan |
| Model | Aerobus | Titan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 4060 mm |
