1989 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 581 kg more than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1995 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 1995 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, 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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Honda | Westfield |
Model | Accord | ZEI |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |