2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR 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, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 724 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.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | HHR | 825 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
