1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1985 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, both 1985 Dodge Conquest and 1985 Chevrolet Astro were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 615 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1985 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Conquest | Astro |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |