1973 Holden UTE vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 35 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 23 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden UTE | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | UTE | Musso |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5047 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
