1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1977 Ford LTD
To start off, 1977 Ford LTD is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 615 kg more than 1977 Ford LTD.
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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Checker Aerobus. 1977 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1973 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1973 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Checker Aerobus | 1977 Ford LTD | |
Make | Checker | Ford |
Model | Aerobus | LTD |
Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3080 mm |