2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (85 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Range Rover | 205 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
