1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 1992 Rover 800
To start off, 1992 Rover 800 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 800 weights approximately 584 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. 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, 1992 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 1992 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 305 | 800 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1472 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
