1984 Westfield ZEI vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1984 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1984 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 1984 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival, 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 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Westfield ZEI. (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Westfield ZEI. 2012 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 1984 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1984 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Westfield ZEI | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Westfield | Kia |
Model | ZEI | Carnival |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2910 mm |