1987 Westfield ZEI vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Westfield ZEI (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 920 kg more than 1987 Westfield ZEI.
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, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Westfield ZEI. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1987 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1987 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Westfield ZEI | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Westfield | Honda |
| Model | ZEI | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
