1984 Westfield ZEI vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 604 kg more than 1984 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1984 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 1984 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300, 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, 1984 Westfield ZEI (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Westfield ZEI | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Westfield | Nissan |
| Model | ZEI | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2960 mm |
