1984 Dodge Conquest vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 12 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 21 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Kappa. (122 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 275 kg more than 1984 Dodge Conquest.
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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Conquest | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Conquest | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
