2004 AC Aceca vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 18 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 134 kg more than 1986 Rover 825. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rover 825. (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rover 825.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | AC | Rover |
| Model | Aceca | 825 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
