1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 34 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, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 775 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H.
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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 2006 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Checker | SsangYong |
| Model | Aerobus | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2910 mm |
