1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America 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) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 305 kg more than 1959 Talbot Lago America. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Conquest | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
