2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 372 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 Honda HR-V (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | HR-V | Metro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
