1985 Westfield ZEI vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 515 kg more than 1985 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1985 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 1985 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1985 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Westfield ZEI | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Westfield | Toyota |
Model | ZEI | Corolla |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2601 mm |