1990 Rover Metro vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 8 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. Both 1990 Rover Metro and 1998 Rover 200 are equipped with a 1,396 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 200 weights approximately 145 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, 1998 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Rover Metro | 1998 Rover 200 | |
Make | Rover | Rover |
Model | Metro | 200 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |