1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 32 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 110 kg more than 1972 Checker Aerobus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1972 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1972 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Checker | Land Rover |
| Model | Aerobus | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2890 mm |
