2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1976 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 404.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Peugeot 404. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 1976 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Defender | 404 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |
