1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1973 Holden UTE
To start off, 1973 Holden UTE is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden UTE (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1973 Holden UTE (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 1973 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Maverick | UTE |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 5047 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
