1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica 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 69 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 330 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Because 2000 Toyota Celica 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, 2000 Toyota Celica 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Conquest | Celica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 622 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
