1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. (79 HP @ 2200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 705 kg more than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser 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.
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1974 Checker Aerobus | 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Checker | Toyota |
Model | Aerobus | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2290 mm |