2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1976 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1548 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1976 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Discovery | 504 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
