2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1504 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504. 2007 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1968 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1968 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Discovery | 504 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |