1986 Rover 825 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy 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, 1986 Rover 825 (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 210 kg more than 1986 Rover 825.
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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Rover 825 | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 825 | Caddy |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 268 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 13.5:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |