2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1998 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 675 kg more than 1998 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1998 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 1998 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 190 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 1998 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Westfield |
| Model | Golf | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 190 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
