1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi Fox 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 68 more horse power than 1975 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 368 kg more than 1975 Audi Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Dodge Conquest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Dodge Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi Fox, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1975 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Conquest | Fox |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
