1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1988 Westfield ZEI

To start off, both 1988 Cadillac DeVille and 1988 Westfield ZEI were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,086 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 815 kg more than 1988 Westfield ZEI.

Because 1988 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 1988 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac DeVille, 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, 1988 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. 1988 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1988 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1988 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Cadillac DeVille 1988 Westfield ZEI
Make Cadillac Westfield
Model DeVille ZEI
Year Released 1988 1988
Engine Size 4086 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 292 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 725 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 3550 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1060 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2340 mm


 

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