1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1995 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 143 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 110 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1995 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Conquest | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
