1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1991 Westfield ZEI is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 763 kg more than 1991 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Westfield |
| Model | Corvette | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
