1983 Westfield ZEI vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 662 kg more than 1983 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Westfield ZEI. 2004 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1983 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1983 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Westfield ZEI | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Westfield | Ford |
| Model | ZEI | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
