1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 9 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 700 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Because 1994 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1994 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Conquest | G |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
