2004 Holden UTE vs. 1972 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2004 Holden UTE is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1972 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden UTE weights approximately 420 kg more than 1972 Isuzu 117. 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, 2004 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden UTE | 1972 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | UTE | 117 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 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 | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
