1987 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang.
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, 2009 Lotus Exige (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Mustang | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Mustang | Exige |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |