1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Checker Aerobus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Checker | Mazda |
| Model | Aerobus | Luce |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2510 mm |
