1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 79 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 240 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Because 1972 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, 1972 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Conquest | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1520 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 |
