2004 Avanti Studebaker vs. 1973 Holden UTE
To start off, 2004 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden UTE would be higher. At 6,750 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Holden UTE. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden UTE.
Because 2004 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Avanti Studebaker will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Holden UTE (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Avanti Studebaker. (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Avanti Studebaker | 1973 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Avanti | Holden |
| Model | Studebaker | UTE |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5047 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1390 mm |
