2001 Holden UTE vs. 1970 Holden Torana
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 550 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana. 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, 2001 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 1970 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | UTE | Torana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
