2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover Metro has manual transmission. 1990 Rover Metro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | Discovery | Metro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1396 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 95 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 35 L |
