1997 Opel Omega vs. 1996 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1997 Opel Omega is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Omega weights approximately 710 kg more than 1996 Westfield ZEI.
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 Opel Omega (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Omega | 1996 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Opel | Westfield |
| Model | Omega | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2340 mm |
