1974 AMC Matador vs. 2001 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2001 Westfield ZEI is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Westfield ZEI. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2001 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 1072 kg more than 2001 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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Westfield ZEI. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2001 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 2001 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | AMC | Westfield |
| Model | Matador | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
