1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 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 69 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 335 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Conquest | MR2 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 131 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |