2005 Saturn Vue vs. 1984 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 720 kg more than 1984 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1984 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 1984 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue, 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, 1984 Westfield ZEI (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn Vue | 1984 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Saturn | Westfield |
| Model | Vue | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
