2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 305. (65 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 305. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | LR2 | 305 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
