1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1996 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio 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 25 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1996 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Conquest | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |