2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1813 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. 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 1983 Peugeot 205. 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 (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Discovery | 205 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87.9 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |