1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1998 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1998 TVR Cerbera 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 TVR Cerbera.
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 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1998 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Dodge | TVR |
Model | Conquest | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |