1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 530 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Conquest | Sports |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2160 mm |
