1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 38 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Checker Aerobus. (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1972 Checker Aerobus.
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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Checker | Ford |
| Model | Aerobus | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3193 mm |
