Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_name_16 (laps INTEGER, year INTEGER)
### Question:
What is the total number of Laps that's got a Year less than 1987?
### Answer:
SELECT SUM(laps) FROM table_name_16 WHERE year < 1987