1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 14 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 8 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 920 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1985 Dodge Conquest has manual transmission. 1985 Dodge Conquest will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Conquest | Discovery |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |