2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 104 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 137 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1266 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Peugeot 104. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (109 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Discovery | 104 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |
