1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 12 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 54 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Conquest | 626 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
