2001 Holden UTE vs. 1993 Volvo 480
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 480 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 95 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 500 kg more than 1993 Volvo 480. 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, 1993 Volvo 480, 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden UTE | 1993 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | UTE | 480 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
