1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest. 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, 1982 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Dodge Mirada | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Mirada | Conquest |
Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |