1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 31 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 605 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer.
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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Checker | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aerobus | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2720 mm |
