1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, both 1995 Mazda MX-3 and 1995 Westfield ZEI were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 81 more horse power than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 309 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, 1995 Mazda MX-3, 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Mazda | Westfield |
| Model | MX-3 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
