1983 Peugeot 305 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 305. (65 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 305. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 305 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 305 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2990 mm |
