2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 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 1408 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Peugeot 505. 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 (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Discovery | 505 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
