1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 31 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 47 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1409 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Checker | Toyota |
| Model | Aerobus | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2500 mm |
