2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 205. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Discovery | 205 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 110 L |
