2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1701 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover LR3 | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | LR3 | 205 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |