2009 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR3 | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | LR3 | 504 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
