1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1994 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1994 Marcos Mantara is newer by 23 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 3 more horse power than 1994 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1994 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1994 Marcos Mantara. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 1994 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Checker | Marcos |
| Model | Aerobus | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1090 mm |
