1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 33 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, both vehicles can yield 185 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 703 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Checker Aerobus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Checker | Hyundai |
| Model | Aerobus | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2710 mm |
