1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 30 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, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 605 kg more than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Checker | Jeep |
| Model | Aerobus | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2700 mm |
