2003 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2003 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 739 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 828 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lotec C 1000 | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Lotec | Toyota |
Model | C 1000 | Cressida |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5499 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |