2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 205. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1832 kg more than 1992 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 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 (641 Nm) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 205. (115 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 205. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1992 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1992 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Range Rover | 205 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 641 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2717 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
