1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 2004 Holden UTE
To start off, 2004 Holden UTE is newer by 33 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, 2004 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 905 kg more than 2004 Holden UTE.
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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 2004 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Checker | Holden |
| Model | Aerobus | UTE |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2950 mm |
