2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1982 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Peugeot 505 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 14 more horse power than 1982 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1982 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1408 kg more than 1982 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Peugeot 505. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Peugeot 505. (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1982 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Defender | 505 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |