1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Because 1954 Daimler Conquest 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 1954 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra, 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (230 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Daimler | Opel |
Model | Conquest | Vectra |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |