1971 Opel GT vs. 2006 Holden UTE
To start off, 2006 Holden UTE is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel GT would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel GT.
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, 2006 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel GT | 2006 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | GT | UTE |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
