1981 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2002 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 784 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 301 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lotec C 1000 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 2002 Lotec C 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Civic, 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, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 897 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Civic | 2002 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Lotec |
| Model | Civic | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1333 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1150 mm |
