2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 1996 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 1996 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Mazda | Westfield |
| Model | Drifter | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2340 mm |
