1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 2003 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 30 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 251 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SSR.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. 2003 Chevrolet SSR 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. 2003 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 2003 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Checker | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aerobus | SSR |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2950 mm |
