1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 5 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 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 213 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Conquest | XJR |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |
