1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1998 Lotus Emme
To start off, 1998 Lotus Emme is newer by 13 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, 1998 Lotus Emme (260 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Emme should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 602 kg more than 1998 Lotus Emme.
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, 1998 Lotus Emme (354 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus Emme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1998 Lotus Emme | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Conquest | Emme |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
