2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 15 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), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1481 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Express | Metro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |
