2004 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 2004 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 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 548 more horse power than 1983 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 930 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Porsche 930. (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lotec C 1000 | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Lotec | Porsche |
Model | C 1000 | 930 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 844 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1320 mm |