2007 GMC Savana vs. 1970 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 37 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 2009 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, 2007 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1970 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1970 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | GMC | Steyr |
| Model | Savana | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 1510 mm |
