2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1979 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1868 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 305.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (640 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 305. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1979 Peugeot 305 has manual transmission. 1979 Peugeot 305 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1979 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | 305 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2788 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
