1984 Dodge Conquest vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 24 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 671 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 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Conquest | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Conquest | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
