1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 2005 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 34 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, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Honda Pilot.
Because 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Pilot. 2005 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1971 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1971 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 2005 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Checker | Honda |
| Model | Aerobus | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2710 mm |
