2000 Mazda Protege vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege is newer by 14 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, 1986 Rover 825 (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 309 kg more than 1986 Rover 825.
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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege. 2000 Mazda Protege has automatic transmission and 1986 Rover 825 has manual transmission. 1986 Rover 825 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Protege will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Protege | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Protege | 825 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
