1998 Nissan Sentra vs. 1989 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1998 Nissan Sentra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 235 kg more than 1989 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1989 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 1989 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1989 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Sentra | 1989 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Nissan | Westfield |
| Model | Sentra | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
