1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1982 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 17 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1982 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 825 kg more than 1982 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1982 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Westfield |
| Model | Camaro | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
