1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1993 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1993 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Westfield ZEI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1993 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 1993 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Opel | Westfield |
| Model | Frontera | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
