1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2002 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2002 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 17 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, 2002 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 655 kg more than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 2002 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Dodge | Donkervoort |
Model | Conquest | D8 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |