1981 Peugeot 305 vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 2,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 980 kg more than 1981 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Peugeot 305. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Peugeot 305 | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 305 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |