1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 32 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus.
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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 2006 Mazda RX-8 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. 2006 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Checker | Mazda |
| Model | Aerobus | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2710 mm |
