1992 Westfield ZEI vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1992 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1992 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 570 kg more than 1992 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Westfield ZEI. (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Westfield ZEI. 2011 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1992 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1992 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Westfield ZEI | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Westfield | Suzuki |
| Model | ZEI | Equator |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3200 mm |
