1984 Dodge Conquest vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 4 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 36 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.
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 @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Conquest | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Conquest | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
