1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 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 67 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1193 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Checker | Mazda |
| Model | Aerobus | 626 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2620 mm |
