2002 Holden UTE vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Holden UTE is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden UTE weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Life, 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, 2002 Holden UTE (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden UTE | 1973 Honda Life | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | UTE | Life |
Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2090 mm |