1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1988 Chrysler Conquest
To start off, 1988 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 760 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Cadillac DeVille 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 1968 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1988 Chrysler Conquest | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | DeVille | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |
