1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 is newer by 22 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 45 weights approximately 350 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, 2000 Rover 45 (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 305 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
