2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Discovery | 203 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
