1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 148 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Conquest | 208 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |