1990 Rover Metro vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 17 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 280 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, 1990 Rover Metro (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Rover Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2007 Opel Corsa 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. 2007 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover Metro | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Rover | Opel |
| Model | Metro | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
