1971 Toyota Corona vs. 1986 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1986 Westfield ZEI is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Corona weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1986 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corona | 1986 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Toyota | Westfield |
| Model | Corona | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
