2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 690 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Defender | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Defender | 305 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |