1998 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 760 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Range Rover | 504 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
