1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 593 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Sierra | Europa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
