2001 Lotec Sirius vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1109 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Lotec Sirius.
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 Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1206 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F. 1988 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 2001 Lotec Sirius has manual transmission. 2001 Lotec Sirius will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec Sirius | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Lotec | Toyota |
| Model | Sirius | Model F |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1185 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 1346 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1820 mm |
