1979 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2003 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2003 Westfield ZEI is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Westfield ZEI (173 HP @ 9800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (163 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2003 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. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2003 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 2003 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2003 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Westfield |
| Model | Toronado | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 9800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |
