1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 28 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 415 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Checker | Hyundai |
| Model | Aerobus | Equus |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3090 mm |
