1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 21 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 401 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Checker | Ford |
| Model | Aerobus | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2840 mm |
