2003 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2003 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 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 447 more horse power than 1998 Venturi 400. (396 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Venturi 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi 400 weights approximately 70 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 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Venturi 400. (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Venturi 400.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lotec C 1000 | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Lotec | Venturi |
Model | C 1000 | 400 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5499 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1170 mm |