1990 Rover Metro vs. 1991 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1991 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover Metro would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Rover Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Legacy 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, 1991 Subaru Legacy (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Rover Metro | 1991 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | Metro | Legacy |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2590 mm |