1972 Ford Maverick vs. 1989 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1989 Westfield ZEI is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Maverick weights approximately 535 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Maverick | 1989 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Ford | Westfield |
| Model | Maverick | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
