1988 Westfield ZEI vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Westfield ZEI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Westfield ZEI | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Westfield | Nissan |
| Model | ZEI | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2960 mm |
