1986 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Sierra weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise. 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, 1986 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Sierra | Elise |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 40 L |
