1972 Chevrolet Nomad 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 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 455 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Nomad | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
