1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 306 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (167 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1997 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | 88 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 167 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2590 mm |
