1984 Dodge Conquest vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 28 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 22 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Conquest | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Conquest | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2466 mm |
