1987 Westfield ZEI vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 25 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Westfield ZEI (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1198 kg more than 1987 Westfield ZEI.
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, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Westfield ZEI. 2012 SsangYong Stavic 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. 2012 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Westfield ZEI | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Westfield | SsangYong |
| Model | ZEI | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3010 mm |
