1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 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 45 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 220 kg more than 1976 Renault 15. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Conquest | 15 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
