1990 Saab 9000 vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1990 Saab 9000 is newer by 18 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 651 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 1990 Saab 9000. 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Saab 9000 | 1972 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Saab | Steyr |
| Model | 9000 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1510 mm |
