1990 Rover Metro vs. 2002 Honda Legend
To start off, 2002 Honda Legend is newer by 12 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Legend weights approximately 820 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, 2002 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro. 2002 Honda Legend 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. 2002 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover Metro | 2002 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | Metro | Legend |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| 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 | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 68 L |
