1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 721 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2012 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Checker | Toyota |
| Model | Aerobus | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3250 mm |
