1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 510 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Conquest | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3060 mm |
