1989 Westfield ZEI vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1989 Westfield ZEI is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 750 kg more than 1989 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, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Westfield ZEI. 1977 Holden GTS has automatic transmission and 1989 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1989 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Holden GTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Westfield ZEI | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Westfield | Holden |
| Model | ZEI | GTS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
