1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus (150 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 320 kg more than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus | |
Make | Dodge | Talbot |
Model | Conquest | Sunbeam-Lotus |
Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |