1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 1985 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1987 Ford RS 200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1985 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 507 kg more than 1985 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 292 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 1985 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Ford | Westfield |
| Model | RS 200 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
