1965 Peugeot 204 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1648 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Peugeot 204. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1965 Peugeot 204 has manual transmission. 1965 Peugeot 204 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Peugeot 204 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Peugeot | Land Rover |
| Model | 204 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 2584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 104 L |
