1987 Westfield ZEI vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 23 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 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 96 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Versa weights approximately 497 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, 2010 Nissan Versa, 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Westfield ZEI | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Westfield | Nissan |
| Model | ZEI | Versa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2601 mm |
