1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 2002 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2002 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio 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 729 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 521 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 720 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 2002 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotec |
| Model | Scorpio | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
