2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 19 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (95 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 244 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | CR-V | Metro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 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 | 1129 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
