1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 vs. 2000 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2000 Westfield ZEI is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 2000 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 1149 kg more than 2000 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Westfield ZEI. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 has automatic transmission and 2000 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 2000 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | 2000 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Westfield |
| Model | Delta 88 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 6965 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 638 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2340 mm |
