2001 Holden UTE vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord 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 84 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 302 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Holden UTE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | UTE | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
