1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1997 Westfield ZEI is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 570 kg more than 1997 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1997 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Ford | Westfield |
Model | Mustang | ZEI |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |