2004 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (844 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 770 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 874 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotec C 1000 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lotec | Toyota |
| Model | C 1000 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 844 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
