1985 Peugeot 309 vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 309. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1802 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Peugeot 309. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 309. (115 Nm). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 309. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1985 Peugeot 309 has manual transmission. 1985 Peugeot 309 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 309 | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Peugeot | Land Rover |
| Model | 309 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2878 mm |
