1986 Rover 825 vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Rover 825 | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 825 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
