Even at 17.3 there is no way an ATX Zetec would even be close. MTX Zetec yes, but I still say that at 17.3 he put the exhaust on the intake & vice-versa.
However even the grand ma with the Ecotec (2.2L ATX) is clocked at 17 flat in the 1/4 mile and that weighs over 400lbs more then a Cavalier. (you can even google search for that if you like!)
Wake up and smell the competition...
Well I beat him and I have beaten a z24. Stock for stock I would have lost, but with mods NO! My friends car was never ahead at any time in the race and neither was the z24.
I have no idea why you think so low of the Zetec. You need to ride in one with mods.
Hector
2003 Rally Red Mitsubishi Evolution VIII
257HP/259TQ
2005 Lapis Blue Mazda 6s
RET: 00 Cabernet Red Ford Contour Zetec ATX SUPERCHARGED
160HP/141TQ