2000 Acura MDX vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2000 Acura MDX is newer by 27 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura MDX (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
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, 2000 Acura MDX (346 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. 2000 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1973 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1973 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Acura | Steyr |
| Model | MDX | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1510 mm |
