1990 Rover Metro vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover Metro weights approximately 60 kg more than 1977 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Rover Metro (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Rover Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover Metro | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | Metro | L |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
