2002 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1983 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 19 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 2,615 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 665 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, 1983 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda RX-8 | 1983 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Mazda | Westfield |
| Model | RX-8 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
