1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1980 Renault 4
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 4 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 109 more horse power than 1980 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 585 kg more than 1980 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Dodge Conquest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Dodge Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1980 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Conquest | 4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
