1981 Volvo 240 vs. 2000 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2000 Westfield ZEI is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,314 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1981 Volvo 240 (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Volvo 240 | 2000 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Volvo | Westfield |
| Model | 240 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
