1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (68 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 340 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Because 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (177 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Conquest | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
