1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 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 43 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Conquest | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2970 mm |
