1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige is newer by 13 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, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 349 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 180 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Sierra | Exige |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
