1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1968 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1971 Checker Aerobus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 440 kg more than 1968 Chrysler Newport.
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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 1968 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Checker | Chrysler |
| Model | Aerobus | Newport |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3160 mm |
