1999 Westfield ZEI vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 345 kg more than 1999 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1999 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 1999 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Logan, 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, 1999 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1999 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Westfield ZEI | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Westfield | Dacia |
| Model | ZEI | Logan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
