1986 Rover 825i vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rover 825i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rover 825i 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 32 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825i should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825i weights approximately 76 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Rover 825i. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rover 825i. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rover 825i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Rover 825i | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 825i | Golf |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
