1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 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 33 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 99 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | 2200 | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
