1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 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 87 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66. 1980 Volvo 66 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 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Conquest | 66 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
