1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1972 Ford LTD
To start off, 1972 Ford LTD is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Checker Aerobus 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 22 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 710 kg more than 1972 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford LTD. (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford LTD. 1972 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1971 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1971 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 1972 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Checker | Ford |
| Model | Aerobus | LTD |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3090 mm |
