1984 Dodge Conquest vs. 1980 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1984 Dodge Conquest is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 205 kg more than 1984 Dodge Conquest.
Because 1980 Plymouth Volare 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 1980 Plymouth Volare. 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, 1984 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Dodge Conquest | 1980 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Conquest | Volare |
Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |