1990 Rover Metro vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster 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, 1996 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm). This means 1996 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover Metro | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | Metro | Golf |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2480 mm |
