1984 Dodge Conquest vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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, 1984 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Conquest | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Conquest | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
