1990 Rover Metro vs. 2006 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2006 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 16 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Rover Metro | 2006 Proton Gen-2 | |
Make | Rover | Proton |
Model | Metro | Gen-2 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |