1968 Peugeot 204 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 4,477 cc, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Peugeot 204. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Peugeot 204 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 204 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1130 cc | 4477 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 141 L |