1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2001 Spyker C8 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Spyker C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8.
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, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
Make | Dodge | Spyker |
Model | Conquest | C8 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |