1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1967 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1973 Checker Aerobus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 541 kg more than 1967 Dodge Monaco.
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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 1967 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Checker | Dodge |
| Model | Aerobus | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3110 mm |
