1998 Westfield ZEI vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1998 Westfield ZEI is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Zastava Yugo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Zastava Yugo would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Zastava Yugo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1998 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 1998 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Zastava Yugo, 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 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Westfield ZEI | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Westfield | Zastava |
| Model | ZEI | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
