1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1987 Holden Camira
To start off, 1987 Holden Camira is newer by 2 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 230 kg more than 1987 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Holden Camira, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Camira. 1987 Holden Camira 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. 1987 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1987 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Conquest | Camira |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
