1984 Dodge Conquest vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1984 Dodge Conquest is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1984 Dodge Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Oldsmobile 88 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 1954 Oldsmobile 88. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Dodge Conquest | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Conquest | 88 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3110 mm |