1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1998 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1998 Westfield ZEI is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1998 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 720 kg more than 1998 Westfield ZEI. 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Coronet | 1998 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Dodge | Westfield |
Model | Coronet | ZEI |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2340 mm |