1973 Holden UTE vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 36 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Holden UTE. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden UTE.
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, 2009 Honda Pilot, 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden UTE | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | UTE | Pilot |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5047 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |