1972 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 636 kg more than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Steyr Haflinger | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Steyr | Volkswagen |
| Model | Haflinger | Golf |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2480 mm |
