2008 Ford Escape vs. 1968 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Escape (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Escape weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 2008 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. 2008 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1968 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1968 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Escape | 1968 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | Escape | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1510 mm |
