2008 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 455 kg more than 1988 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1988 Westfield ZEI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1988 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Honda | Westfield |
| Model | Civic | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
