1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1986 Fiat Croma
To start off, 1986 Fiat Croma 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 Fiat Croma (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Because 1985 Dodge Conquest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Dodge Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1986 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Conquest | Croma |
Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2350 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |