1989 Honda Integra vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 1989 Honda Integra is newer by 3 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, 1989 Honda Integra (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra.
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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Integra | 825 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
