2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1982 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 27 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Solstice | 1982 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Pontiac | Westfield |
| Model | Solstice | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2340 mm |
