2000 Lotus Elise vs. 1990 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Elise. (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 6 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise. 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, 1990 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Elise | 1990 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Lotus | Westfield |
Model | Elise | ZEI |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |