1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 25 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. Both 1973 Checker Aerobus and 1998 Chevrolet Suburban are equipped with a 5,733 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 305 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 1998 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Checker | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aerobus | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3350 mm |
