1999 Ford Expedition vs. 1973 Holden UTE
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 26 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 2 more horse power than 1999 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Expedition.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 1973 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Expedition | UTE |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 5047 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
