1987 Westfield ZEI vs. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1987 Westfield ZEI. (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1987 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, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Westfield ZEI. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Westfield ZEI | 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Westfield | Toyota |
| Model | ZEI | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2690 mm |
