1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 604. (136 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 635 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 604. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Peugeot 604. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 604. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Land Rover Discovery | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Discovery | 604 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3944 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |