1998 Westfield ZEI vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1998 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1109 kg more than 1998 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Westfield ZEI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Westfield ZEI | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Westfield | Volvo |
| Model | ZEI | S80 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2835 mm |
