1984 Ford GT vs. 2001 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2001 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 713 more horse power than 1984 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford GT weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 787 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford GT | 2001 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotec |
| Model | GT | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
