1973 Holden UTE vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, 1989 Holden Barina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden UTE 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 173 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina.
Because 1973 Holden UTE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina. 1973 Holden UTE has automatic transmission and 1989 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1989 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Holden UTE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden UTE | 1989 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | UTE | Barina |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5047 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
