1994 Rover 100 vs. 1989 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 5 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 100 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1989 Westfield ZEI.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 100 | 1989 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Rover | Westfield |
| Model | 100 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
