2006 Opel Zafira vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 878 kg more than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1995 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 1995 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira, 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, 2006 Opel Zafira (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Zafira | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Opel | Westfield |
| Model | Zafira | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
