1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 58 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 160 kg more than 1953 Daimler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Daimler Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Daimler Conquest. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 1953 Daimler Conquest has manual transmission. 1953 Daimler Conquest will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Daimler Conquest | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Daimler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Conquest | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2604 mm |
