1993 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 20 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1230 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz G | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Steyr |
| Model | G | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1510 mm |
