1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2001 Suzuki Covie
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Covie 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 73 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Covie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 530 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Covie. 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, 2001 Suzuki Covie, 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (178 Nm). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Covie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2001 Suzuki Covie | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Conquest | Covie |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 2950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
