1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
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 Renault Safrane, 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Conquest | Safrane |
Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |