2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1973 Holden UTE
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 32 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Holden UTE. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden UTE. (427 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1973 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Expedition | UTE |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5047 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |
