1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1974 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 445 kg more than 1974 Checker Aerobus.
Because 1995 Toyota Mega 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, 1995 Toyota Mega 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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1974 Checker Aerobus has manual transmission. 1974 Checker Aerobus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Checker | Toyota |
| Model | Aerobus | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3400 mm |
