2003 Ford Ka vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka 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, 1986 Rover 825 (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 416 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ka | 825 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 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 | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
