1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 1986 Rover 825 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825 (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Corsair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Rover 825 (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Corsair | 825 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1031 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
