1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1998 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1998 Subaru Justy 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 415 kg more than 1998 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Justy 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, 1998 Subaru Justy 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1998 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Conquest | Justy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
