1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 4 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 530 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 1994 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Rocky | Metro |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |
