1985 Buick Electra vs. 1987 Chrysler Conquest
To start off, 1987 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 75 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
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, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 1987 Chrysler Conquest | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Electra | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2450 mm |
