2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 11 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 480 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 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | S-MX | Metro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
