1990 Rover Metro vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 628 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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro. 2012 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Rover Metro | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Rover | Honda |
Model | Metro | Accord |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |