1972 Holden Statesman vs. 2001 Holden UTE
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Holden Statesman. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Statesman. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Statesman | 2001 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Statesman | UTE |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |
