2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1983 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 667 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1983 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Ford | Westfield |
| Model | Mustang | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
