1988 Honda Legend vs. 1986 Rover 825i
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 2 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825i. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 64 kg more than 1986 Rover 825i. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rover 825i. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rover 825i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1986 Rover 825i | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Legend | 825i |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
