1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 336 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Conquest | Pod |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
