1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen 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 68 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 520 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. 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) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Conquest | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
