1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1948 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,902 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 490 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1948 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Conquest | 66 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
