1980 Audi Sport vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 1986 Rover 825 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 476 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Rover 825. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rover 825. (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rover 825.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | Sport | 825 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
