2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 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 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 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 1989 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1989 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Ford | Westfield |
| Model | Mustang | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 3931 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
