1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1984 Opel Senator
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Senator 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 29 more horse power than 1984 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Senator weights approximately 40 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1984 Opel Senator | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Conquest | Senator |
Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |