1973 Checker Aerobus vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 40 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1973 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 432 kg more than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Checker Aerobus. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Checker Aerobus. 2013 Ford Taurus 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. 2013 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Checker Aerobus | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Checker | Ford |
| Model | Aerobus | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2868 mm |
