1990 Rover Metro vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 22 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 845 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 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Rover Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro. 2012 Audi A4 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. 2012 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Rover Metro | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Rover | Audi |
Model | Metro | A4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |