1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1973 Mazda Chante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Checker Aerobus 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 156 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1915 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Checker | Mazda |
| Model | Aerobus | Chante |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2210 mm |
