1986 Rover 825i vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1989 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rover 825i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rover 825i would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825i (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825i should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825i weights approximately 176 kg more than 1989 Toyota Camry. 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 825i (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Rover 825i | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 825i | Camry |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
