1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2002 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 718 kg more than 2002 Lincoln LS.
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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lincoln LS. 2002 Lincoln LS 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. 2002 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Checker | Lincoln |
| Model | Aerobus | LS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2910 mm |
