1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Metro and 1998 Rover 400 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
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, 1998 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1998 Rover 400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Metro | 400 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |