1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1991 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1991 GMC Suburban 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Because 1991 GMC Suburban 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, 1991 GMC Suburban 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, 1991 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest. 1991 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1985 Dodge Conquest has manual transmission. 1985 Dodge Conquest will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1991 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Conquest | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3300 mm |
