1984 Dodge Conquest vs. 1972 Dodge Charger
To start off, 1984 Dodge Conquest is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Charger (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 430 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 1972 Dodge Charger 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 1972 Dodge Charger. 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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Conquest | 1972 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Conquest | Charger |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
