1973 Holden UTE vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 is newer by 29 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (268 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Holden UTE. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden UTE.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo XC90. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden UTE | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | UTE | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5047 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
