2002 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Peugeot 104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (92 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104. 2002 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1975 Peugeot 104 has manual transmission. 1975 Peugeot 104 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Discovery | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Discovery | 104 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
