1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 1978 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Iltis is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Daimler Conquest (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 97 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Daimler Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Iltis 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, 1953 Daimler Conquest (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Daimler Conquest | 1978 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Daimler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Conquest | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2110 mm |
