1990 Rover Metro vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 7 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 350 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.
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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro. 1997 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover Metro has manual transmission. 1990 Rover Metro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover Metro | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Metro | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
