2006 Rover 75 vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 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 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 296 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 75 | 825 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
