1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2004 Holden UTE
To start off, 2004 Holden UTE is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
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, 2004 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2004 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Biscayne | UTE |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2950 mm |
