1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1974 Buick Skylark is newer by 2 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 951 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 1974 Buick Skylark. 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 1972 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Buick | Steyr |
| Model | Skylark | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 1510 mm |
