1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1986 Lancia Thema 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (150 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 116 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema.
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 Lancia Thema, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema. 1986 Lancia Thema has automatic transmission and 1985 Dodge Conquest has manual transmission. 1985 Dodge Conquest will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Lancia Thema will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Conquest | Thema |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
