1998 Volkswagen Parati vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Parati. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 225 kg more than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1995 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 1995 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Parati, 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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Parati. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volkswagen Parati | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Westfield |
| Model | Parati | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2340 mm |
