2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1988 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 21 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1988 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1988 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Mazda | Westfield |
| Model | RX-8 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
