1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 1992 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 20 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 114 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 845 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1992 Daihatsu Rocky 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 1992 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Checker | Daihatsu |
| Model | Aerobus | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2540 mm |
