1986 Westfield ZEI vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 825 kg more than 1986 Westfield ZEI.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Westfield ZEI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Westfield ZEI | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Westfield | Subaru |
| Model | ZEI | Forester |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2616 mm |
