1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 440 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1985 Dodge Conquest has manual transmission. 1985 Dodge Conquest will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Conquest | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
