2005 Holden UTE vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Holden UTE is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 114 kg more than 2005 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden UTE | 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
| Model | UTE | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
