2001 Holden UTE vs. 1979 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda RX-2 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 86 more horse power than 1979 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 540 kg more than 1979 Mazda RX-2. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 1979 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | UTE | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
