1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest. 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 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. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Conquest | 500 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 4972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
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 | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2820 mm |