1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT

To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (150 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 155 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.

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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Dodge Conquest 1968 Toyota 2000GT
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Conquest 2000GT
Year Released 1985 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2555 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 143 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1125 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2340 mm


 

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