2000 Cadillac Imaj vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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 4,228 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Imaj is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Imaj weights approximately 675 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 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Imaj will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro. 2000 Cadillac Imaj has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover Metro has manual transmission. 1990 Rover Metro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Imaj will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Imaj | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | Imaj | Metro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2280 mm |
