1996 Saturn SC vs. 1996 Westfield ZEI
To start off, both 1996 Saturn SC and 1996 Westfield ZEI were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Saturn SC weights approximately 325 kg more than 1996 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1996 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 1996 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Saturn SC, 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, 1996 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Saturn SC | 1996 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Saturn | Westfield |
Model | SC | ZEI |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |