2002 Toyota MR2 vs. 1989 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2002 Toyota MR2 is newer by 13 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 20 more horse power than 2002 Toyota MR2. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1989 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota MR2 | 1989 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Toyota | Westfield |
| Model | MR2 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
