2006 Audi A4 vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 20 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, 2006 Audi A4 (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A4 | 825 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
