2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 12 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1195 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 2002 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Astro | Metro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 35 L |
