1995 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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, 1995 Honda Accord (136 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord.
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) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (184 Nm). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | 825 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 195 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 | 1122 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
