1968 Steyr Haflinger vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Steyr Haflinger | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | Haflinger | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 3250 mm |
