2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 15 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 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 624 kg more than 1986 Rover 825. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Rover 825. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rover 825. (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rover 825.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 825 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 68 L |
