1973 Holden UTE vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 40 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 106 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden UTE | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | UTE | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5047 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
