2003 Holden UTE vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Holden UTE is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden UTE weights approximately 165 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
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, 1989 Porsche 911 (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden UTE | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | UTE | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
