1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 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) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 420 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Conquest | 9 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
