1999 Renault Spider vs. 1989 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1989 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Spider weights approximately 271 kg more than 1989 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Spider | 1989 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Renault | Westfield |
| Model | Spider | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3120 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
