1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric 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 73 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 40 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Conquest | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
