1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1968 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1246 kg more than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1968 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | Explorer | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1510 mm |
