1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 1986 Rover 825 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Prelude | 825 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |