1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 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 34 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 280 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480. 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 Volvo 480, 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Conquest | 480 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
