1988 Toyota Carina vs. 1993 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1993 Westfield ZEI is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 355 kg more than 1993 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1993 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 1993 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina, 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, 1993 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Toyota Carina | 1993 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Toyota | Westfield |
Model | Carina | ZEI |
Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |