1983 Westfield ZEI vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1983 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1983 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1983 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 1983 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza, 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Westfield ZEI. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1983 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1983 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Westfield ZEI | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Westfield | Toyota |
| Model | ZEI | Venza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2780 mm |
