1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 33 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 45 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Checker | Hyundai |
| Model | Aerobus | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2640 mm |
