1987 Westfield ZEI vs. 2013 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-Z is newer by 26 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 98 more horse power than 2013 Honda CR-Z. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 471 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, 2013 Honda CR-Z, 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-Z. (174 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Westfield ZEI | 2013 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Westfield | Honda |
| Model | ZEI | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2435 mm |
