1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 585 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera.
Because 2004 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 2004 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Checker | Vauxhall |
| Model | Aerobus | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2710 mm |
