1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1972 Checker Aerobus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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 77 more horse power than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 675 kg more than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Checker | Jeep |
| Model | Aerobus | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4233 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2800 mm |
