2001 Ford Laser vs. 2001 Lotec C 1000
To start off, both 2001 Ford Laser and 2001 Lotec C 1000 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 738 more horse power than 2001 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Laser weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2001 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 2001 Lotec C 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Laser, 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, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 845 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Laser | 2001 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotec |
| Model | Laser | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
