1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 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 19 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 144. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 144. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 144 weights approximately 10 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 144. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 144.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Conquest | 144 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
