1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1973 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1973 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Buick LeSabre | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Buick | Steyr |
Model | LeSabre | Haflinger |
Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 641 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 44 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 2840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1510 mm |