1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1986 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1986 Westfield ZEI is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 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 134 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 370 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1986 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Mazda | Westfield |
| Model | 929 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
