1973 Holden UTE vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 1998 Honda Capa is newer by 25 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 143 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa.
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, 1998 Honda Capa, 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden UTE | 1998 Honda Capa | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | UTE | Capa |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5047 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |