2007 Peugeot 207 vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 21 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 10 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 207. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 207 | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 207 | 825 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 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 | 1236 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
