2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 1973 Holden UTE
To start off, 2004 Cadillac XLR 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 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Holden UTE. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden UTE.
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, 1973 Holden UTE (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac XLR. (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac XLR. 1973 Holden UTE has automatic transmission and 2004 Cadillac XLR has manual transmission. 2004 Cadillac XLR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Holden UTE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac XLR | 1973 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | XLR | UTE |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5047 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
