1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 45 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (98 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 450 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Conquest | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
