1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 285 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro.
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, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
| Model | Cutlass | Metro |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2280 mm |
