1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1982 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 871 kg more than 1982 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1982 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. 1998 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1982 Westfield ZEI has manual transmission. 1982 Westfield ZEI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Chairman | 1982 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Daewoo | Westfield |
| Model | Chairman | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1060 mm |
