2001 Holden UTE vs. 1972 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro 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 88 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 160 kg more than 1972 Holden Monaro. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 1972 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | UTE | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
