1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Metro would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Metro should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Z weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z 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, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Metro | Z |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
