1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2000 Toyota Echo 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 72 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Dodge Conquest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Dodge Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Echo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Conquest | Echo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 122 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |