2009 Subaru Impreza vs. 1989 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1989 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 908 kg more than 1989 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Westfield ZEI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Impreza | 1989 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Subaru | Westfield |
| Model | Impreza | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
