1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Conquest | Celica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
