1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Publica is newer by 5 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 123 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1650 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Checker | Toyota |
| Model | Aerobus | Publica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2270 mm |
