1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 39 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 27 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 795 kg more than 2012 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Checker | Toyota |
| Model | Aerobus | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3090 mm |
