1979 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1992 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1992 Westfield ZEI is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1979 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1979 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Westfield ZEI (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda RX-7 | 1992 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Mazda | Westfield |
| Model | RX-7 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
