2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1973 Holden UTE
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 35 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Holden UTE. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden UTE.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Holden UTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1973 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Charger | UTE |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5047 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
