1977 Toyota Corolla vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Corolla | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Toyota | Westfield |
| Model | Corolla | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
