2006 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 140 kg more than 1977 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Range Rover | 504 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
