1968 Nissan Skyline vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1969 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 440 kg more than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Steyr Haflinger 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, 1968 Nissan Skyline (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Skyline | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Nissan | Steyr |
| Model | Skyline | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1510 mm |
