2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1546 kg more than 1972 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1972 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Land Rover | Steyr |
| Model | Discovery | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 643 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 27 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1510 mm |
