1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 3 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 79 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 275 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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, 1988 Renault 19, 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Conquest | 19 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
