1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1988 Lotus Esprit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 98 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lotus Esprit (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Sierra | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 31 L |
