1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Seville is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 920 kg more than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. 1990 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1969 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1969 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Seville | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Steyr |
| Model | Seville | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1510 mm |
