1983 Westfield ZEI vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 27 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1983 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1983 Westfield ZEI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Westfield ZEI. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1983 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1983 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Westfield ZEI | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Westfield | Mazda |
| Model | ZEI | 6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2789 mm |
