1984 Dodge Conquest vs. 1985 Fiat Croma
To start off, 1985 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 185 kg more than 1985 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1984 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm). This means 1984 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Conquest | 1985 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Conquest | Croma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
