1984 Dodge Conquest vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1984 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Conquest | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Conquest | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |
