1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 11 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 95 kg more than 1997 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Prelude | 825 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 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 | 1381 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
