1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 6 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 380 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 1996 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Tracker | Metro |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
