1990 Rover Metro vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Swift is newer by 4 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover Metro weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Swift 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, 1994 Suzuki Swift 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, 1990 Rover Metro (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Rover Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Rover Metro | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Rover | Suzuki |
Model | Metro | Swift |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |