1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 42 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 360 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Conquest | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1640 kg |
