1984 Dodge Conquest vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 29 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 514 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Dodge Conquest 2013 Toyota Tacoma
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Conquest Tacoma
Year Released 1984 2013
Engine Size 2555 cc 2700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 143 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1794 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 5286 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1775 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 3246 mm


 

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