1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura 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 25 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 165 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura. 1970 Chrysler Centura has automatic transmission and 1985 Dodge Conquest has manual transmission. 1985 Dodge Conquest will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chrysler Centura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Dodge | Chrysler |
| Model | Conquest | Centura |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
