2001 Holden UTE vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 96 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 325 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | UTE | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
