1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1966 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 35 kg more than 1966 Jaguar E-Type.
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, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1966 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Conquest | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
