2008 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1986 Rover 825 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 825 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |