2005 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 425 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, 2005 Ford Focus (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Focus | Metro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |
