1995 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 12 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 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 305. (65 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1235 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 1995 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1995 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, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 305. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Land Rover Range Rover | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Range Rover | 305 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4554 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
