1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 13 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 71 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Checker Aerobus | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Checker | Mazda |
Model | Aerobus | 929 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2720 mm |