1984 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Holden UTE
To start off, 2004 Holden UTE is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden UTE weights approximately 126 kg more than 1984 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Falcon | 2004 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Falcon | UTE |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
