1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett 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 69 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (74 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 450 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett. 1977 Opel Kadett has automatic transmission and 1985 Dodge Conquest has manual transmission. 1985 Dodge Conquest will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Opel Kadett will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Conquest | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
