1990 Rover Metro vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 594 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.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Rover Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro. 2007 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Rover Metro | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Rover | Volvo |
Model | Metro | V50 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1479 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |