2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 543 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 1999 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | Ford | Lotec |
Model | Mustang | C 1000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |