1984 Dodge Conquest vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 21 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Dodge Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Dodge Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Conquest | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Conquest | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
