1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1998 Toyota MR2 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. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1998 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Checker Aerobus | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Checker | Toyota |
Model | Aerobus | MR2 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2410 mm |