1989 Westfield ZEI vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 679 kg more than 1989 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1989 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 1989 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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, 1989 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1989 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Westfield ZEI | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Westfield | Nissan |
| Model | ZEI | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2675 mm |
