2004 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 18 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, 2004 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 281 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
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) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (183 Nm). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Elantra | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Elantra | 825 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
