1986 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 25 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Sierra weights approximately 102 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
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, 2011 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Sierra | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Sierra | Elise |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2299 mm |