1986 Rover 825 vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rover 825. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rover 825 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 44 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 471 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Rover 825 | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Rover | Tata |
| Model | 825 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
