1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 8 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (152 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Because 1985 Dodge Conquest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Dodge Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Conquest | 405 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
