1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 11 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 12 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 128 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. 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, 1996 Ford Escort, 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1996 Ford Escort | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Conquest | Escort |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |