1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2000 Lotus Extreme
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 15 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 23 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (120 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Extreme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 824 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2000 Lotus Extreme | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Conquest | Extreme |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 700 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
