1982 Audi 80 vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 1986 Rover 825 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 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 59 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1986 Rover 825 (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 80 | 825 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
