2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1985 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon.
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, 1985 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1985 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | GMC | Westfield |
| Model | Canyon | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
