1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante 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 113 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 790 kg more than 1974 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Conquest | Chante |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
