1984 Dodge Conquest vs. 1997 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 1997 Dodge Avenger is newer by 13 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 3 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 90 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Conquest | 1997 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Conquest | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
