1982 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Rover 825i
To start off, 1986 Rover 825i is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 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 67 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825i should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825i weights approximately 432 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. 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 825i (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1986 Rover 825i | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escort | 825i |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
