1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1991 Ginetta G
To start off, 1991 Ginetta G is newer by 6 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ginetta G (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ginetta G should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 405 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G.
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, 1991 Ginetta G (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ginetta G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1991 Ginetta G | |
| Make | Dodge | Ginetta |
| Model | Conquest | G |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |
