2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1981 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1981 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1981 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1408 kg more than 1981 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 Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Peugeot 505. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1981 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1981 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1981 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | 505 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
