1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 14 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 1 more horse power than 1986 Mazda RX-7. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda RX-7.
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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda RX-7. (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Checker | Mazda |
| Model | Aerobus | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2430 mm |
