2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2000 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 563 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 672 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm) has 621 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (369 Nm). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 2000 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotec |
| Model | Thunderbird | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3932 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
