1979 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Rover 825i
To start off, 1986 Rover 825i is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825i (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825i should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825i weights approximately 481 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Escort 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 1979 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825i, 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 825i (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Escort | 1986 Rover 825i | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escort | 825i |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
