1984 Dodge Conquest vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 20 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 8 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 76 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Dodge Conquest | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Conquest | Focus |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |