1997 Opel Frontera vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 25 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 985 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.
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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Opel Frontera | 1972 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Opel | Steyr |
Model | Frontera | Haflinger |
Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 2860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1510 mm |