2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1976 Peugeot Peugette
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot Peugette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot Peugette would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (65 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1976 Peugeot Peugette | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Defender | Peugette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 65 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2230 mm |