1986 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1996 Westfield ZEI is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,953 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Accord weights approximately 395 kg more than 1996 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1996 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 1996 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord, 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, 1986 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Accord | 1996 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Honda | Westfield |
Model | Accord | ZEI |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 1953 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |