1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1982 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 8 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 96 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 810 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1982 Isuzu Trooper 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 1982 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Checker | Isuzu |
| Model | Aerobus | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2660 mm |
