1979 Volvo 260 vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1995 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 260 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1995 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, 1979 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Volvo 260 | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Volvo | Westfield |
Model | 260 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |