1984 Dodge Conquest vs. 1995 Honda Argento Viva
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva is newer by 11 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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Because 1995 Honda Argento Viva 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 1995 Honda Argento Viva. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Conquest | 1995 Honda Argento Viva | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Conquest | Argento Viva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
