1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1991 Peugeot 106

To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 106. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Peugeot 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 106. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 106.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Land Rover Discovery 1991 Peugeot 106
Make Land Rover Peugeot
Model Discovery 106
Year Released 1995 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3946 cc 953 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 181 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 74 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3700 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2090 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 3570 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2320 mm


 

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