2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 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 247 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (50 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1928 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. 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 1983 Peugeot 205. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (84 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1983 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1983 Peugeot 205 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.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Range Rover Sport | 205 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |