1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1999 Toyota Supra

To start off, 1999 Toyota Supra 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 3,065 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Supra. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Supra weights approximately 335 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, 1999 Toyota Supra (1,050 Nm) has 799 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest. 1999 Toyota Supra 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 Toyota Supra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Dodge Conquest 1999 Toyota Supra
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Conquest Supra
Year Released 1985 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2555 cc 3065 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 143 HP 125 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 1050 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1615 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2630 mm


 

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