1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 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 79 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 350 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1978 Seat 124 | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Conquest | 124 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |