2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 928 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 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Santa Fe | Metro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
