1977 Buick Regal vs. 1989 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1989 Westfield ZEI is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 745 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, 1977 Buick Regal (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Westfield ZEI. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1989 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1989 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1989 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Buick | Westfield |
| Model | Regal | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
