1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 1999 Ford Cougar
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 27 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 18 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 995 kg more than 1999 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Checker Aerobus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 1999 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Checker | Ford |
| Model | Aerobus | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2710 mm |
