1987 Westfield ZEI vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1987 Westfield ZEI is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Westfield ZEI (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 450 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 1976 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 1987 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1987 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Sunbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Westfield ZEI | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Westfield | Holden |
| Model | ZEI | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
