1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 206 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 605 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (351 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Conquest | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 349 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
