1977 Ford 2000 vs. 2003 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2003 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 would be higher. At 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 743 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 252 kg more than 2003 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 840 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford 2000 | 2003 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotec |
| Model | 2000 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
