2008 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 18 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 780 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 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A4 | Metro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 36 L |
