1984 Dodge Conquest vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz V 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 4 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 720 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, 1984 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Conquest | 1996 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Conquest | V |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
