1990 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1988 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 2 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 2,616 cc, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1988 Westfield ZEI.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mazda RX-7 | 1988 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Mazda | Westfield |
Model | RX-7 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |