2000 GMC Sierra vs. 1970 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1970 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | GMC | Steyr |
| Model | Sierra | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1510 mm |
