Haflinger vs Ranger

[cubdriver55]

I am looking for opinions on a 40 year old Haflinger and a Polaris Ranger ATV for off road use. Does the advantage to a brand new Ranger out weigh the durability of the Haflinger? Which would be more dependable? Thanks

[Jim LaGuardia]

Ranger= off road only
Haflinger= street legal + off road
Both can cost a fortune to fix

[Heinkeljb]

Ranger = faster.
Haflinger = 1/2 ton payload and 300KG towing capability.
Ranger= 1 seater (2 if you are lucky)
Haflinger = 2 seater as standard and 4 or even 6 with the extra seats in the back)
Ranger = wet weather gear -none (you need to wear waterproofs)
Haflnger = canvas cab / fibreglass top / fibre glass cab / canvas top for passenger protection.
Ranger = New, shouldn't break down too soon.
Hafliner = newest ones are 30 + years old, so could well break down at anytime

Really depends on what you want the vehicle to do for you! Each has their good points and their bad.

John

[Garrycol]

Ranger has less ground clearance and is stable offroad - Haflinger with portals has much more ground clearance but is unstable offroad and tends to fall over and have a sleep.

Garry