1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 1969 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1972 Checker Aerobus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Checker Aerobus (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1361 kg more than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Checker Aerobus | 1969 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Checker | Nissan |
Model | Aerobus | Fairlady |
Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2310 mm |