1974 Checker Aerobus vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 38 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1974 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1071 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Because 1974 Checker Aerobus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Checker Aerobus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Checker Aerobus | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Checker | Nissan |
| Model | Aerobus | Juke |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2530 mm |
