2002 Ford Ka vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 2002 Ford Ka is newer by 16 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, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ka | 825 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
