1958 AC Ace vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 386 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Ace | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
