2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 1990 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 18 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1252 kg more than 1990 Westfield ZEI.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Westfield ZEI. 2008 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1990 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1990 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Liberty | 1990 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Jeep | Westfield |
| Model | Liberty | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
