2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1985 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1985 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1985 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 888 kg more than 1985 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1985 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Westfield |
| Model | Lumina | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2340 mm |
