1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 11 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Sierra | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2320 mm |
