1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1972 Ford Custom
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 489 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
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, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest. 1972 Ford Custom 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. 1972 Ford Custom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1972 Ford Custom | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Conquest | Custom |
Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3080 mm |