1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 1971 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1985 Dodge Daytona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Daytona (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 575 kg more than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1985 Dodge Daytona (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 1971 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Dodge | Steyr |
| Model | Daytona | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1510 mm |
