1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 4 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 123 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1974 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Checker | Daihatsu |
| Model | Aerobus | Taft |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2030 mm |
