1995 Westfield ZEI vs. 1983 Westfield ZEI

To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1995 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 25 kg more than 1983 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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Westfield ZEI.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Westfield ZEI 1983 Westfield ZEI
Make Westfield Westfield
Model ZEI ZEI
Year Released 1995 1983
Engine Size 3950 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 292 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 750 kg 725 kg
Vehicle Length 3550 mm 3550 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1060 mm 1060 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2340 mm


 

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