2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1789 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Discovery | 305 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
