1998 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2001 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2001 Westfield ZEI is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Westfield ZEI (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Westfield ZEI.
Because 2001 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 2001 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm, 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 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Prizm | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Westfield |
| Model | Prizm | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
