1988 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Evora weights approximately 8 kg more than 1988 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Falcon | Evora |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2576 mm |
