1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 620 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Conquest | 300 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3150 mm |
