2003 Holden UTE vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 2003 Holden UTE is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden UTE weights approximately 390 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. 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, 2003 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden UTE | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | UTE | Torana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1110 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 |
