2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1987 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Westfield ZEI. (218 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1987 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1987 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 1987 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Hyundai | Westfield |
| Model | Equus | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2340 mm |
