1992 Nissan Pintara vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pintara is newer by 2 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 310 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, 1992 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Pintara | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Pintara | Metro |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |
