1994 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 732 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Civic weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
Because 1999 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 1999 Lotec C 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 850 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 1999 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Lotec |
| Model | Civic | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
