1985 Peugeot 205 vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 205. (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1549 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 205. (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 205. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1985 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1985 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 205 | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Peugeot | Land Rover |
| Model | 205 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1773 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2743 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 88 L |
