1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1969 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1973 Checker Aerobus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Checker Aerobus would be higher. Both 1973 Checker Aerobus and 1969 Checker Aerobus are equipped with a 5,733 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 185 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 1969 Checker Aerobus (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Checker Aerobus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 1969 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Checker | Checker |
| Model | Aerobus | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
