1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1999 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 1999 Mahindra Bolero 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 81 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1999 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Dodge | Mahindra |
| Model | Conquest | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1700 kg |
