1990 Rover Metro vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 21 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1593 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 2011 GMC Canyon 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, 2011 GMC Canyon 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, 2011 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Rover Metro | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Rover | GMC |
Model | Metro | Canyon |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |