2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1986 Rover 825i
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 14 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 107 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825i should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825i weights approximately 486 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1986 Rover 825i | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | YRV | 825i |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
