1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1972 Nissan 240 C
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan 240 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan 240 C 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 34 more horse power than 1972 Nissan 240 C. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan 240 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan 240 C weights approximately 20 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan 240 C. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan 240 C.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1972 Nissan 240 C | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Conquest | 240 C |
Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |