2004 Ford Escape vs. 1971 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 868 kg more than 1971 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, 2004 Ford Escape (257 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1971 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | Escape | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1510 mm |
