1983 Chrysler Limousine vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chrysler Limousine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chrysler Limousine would be higher. Both 1983 Chrysler Limousine and 1985 Dodge Conquest are equipped with a 2,555 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Chrysler Limousine. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1983 Chrysler Limousine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chrysler Limousine weights approximately 145 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Because 1985 Dodge Conquest 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 1985 Dodge Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Chrysler Limousine, 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chrysler Limousine. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chrysler Limousine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chrysler Limousine | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Limousine | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2450 mm |
