2004 Holden UTE vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2004 Holden UTE is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. Both 2004 Holden UTE and 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Holden UTE.
Because 2004 Holden UTE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden UTE | 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
Model | UTE | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |