1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1985 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 305. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 305. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 1985 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Range Rover | 305 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
