1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 2009 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 38 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 63 more horse power than 2009 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 890 kg more than 2009 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick 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, 2009 Ford Maverick 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 2009 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Checker | Ford |
| Model | Aerobus | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2630 mm |
