1986 Rover 825 vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 19 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 12 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825 should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2005 Scion xA. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Rover 825 | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Rover | Scion |
| Model | 825 | xA |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
