2002 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2002 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Previa 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 711 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Previa weights approximately 529 kg more than 2002 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2002 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 2002 Lotec C 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Previa, 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, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 784 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotec C 1000 | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Lotec | Toyota |
| Model | C 1000 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1830 mm |
