1984 Dodge Conquest vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 27 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 152 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.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Conquest | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Conquest | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2639 mm |
