2007 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 554 kg more than 1990 Westfield ZEI.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Westfield ZEI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1990 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Honda | Westfield |
| Model | Civic | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
