1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1969 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Skyline 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 1969 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 300 kg more than 1969 Nissan Skyline. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1969 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Conquest | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
