2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1965 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 404. (73 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 955 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Peugeot 404. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Discovery | 1965 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Discovery | 404 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 73 HP |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
