1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 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 18 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 260 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Conquest | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 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 | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |