1978 Volvo 66 vs. 2000 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2000 Westfield ZEI is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 66 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 2000 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volvo 66 | 2000 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Volvo | Westfield |
| Model | 66 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1060 mm |
