1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 16 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 17 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 177 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage 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, 2001 Kia Sportage 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Conquest | Sportage |
Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |