2003 Acura RSX vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 2003 Acura RSX is newer by 17 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, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | RSX | 825 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
