1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1998 Westfield ZEI is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 693 kg more than 1998 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Chevrolet | Westfield |
Model | Camaro | ZEI |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 3391 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |