1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 8 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 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 180 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Sierra | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
