1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 26 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 886 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 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1972 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1972 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1972 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Steyr |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 1510 mm |
