2000 Audi TT vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 10 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi TT weights approximately 395 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, 2000 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi TT | 1990 Rover Metro | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | TT | Metro |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |