1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2009 Holden Captiva is newer by 37 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 48 more horse power than 2009 Holden Captiva. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Holden Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Holden Captiva 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, 2009 Holden Captiva 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Checker | Holden |
| Model | Aerobus | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2710 mm |
