1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1983 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1983 Westfield ZEI is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1983 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 670 kg more than 1983 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1983 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Dodge | Westfield |
Model | Dart | ZEI |
Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |