1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 1984 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1984 Dodge Conquest is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 3,435 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 295 kg more than 1984 Dodge Conquest.
Because 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (239 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 1984 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Dodge |
| Model | Sapphire | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
