1987 Renault 4 vs. 1987 Westfield ZEI
To start off, both 1987 Renault 4 and 1987 Westfield ZEI were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Westfield ZEI (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1987 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Renault 4, 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, 1987 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Renault 4 | 1987 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Renault | Westfield |
Model | 4 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 62 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |