1994 Plymouth Colt vs. 1998 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1998 Westfield ZEI is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 505 kg more than 1998 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1998 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 1998 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Colt, 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, 1998 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Colt | 1998 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Plymouth | Westfield |
| Model | Colt | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
