1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1982 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1982 Westfield ZEI is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 905 kg more than 1982 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1982 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 1982 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 1982 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Cadillac | Westfield |
| Model | Eldorado | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
