1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 4 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 25 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 will offer significantly more control. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Conquest | 21 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2820 mm |
