1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2002 Honda Life

To start off, 2002 Honda Life 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 490 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Honda Life 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, 2002 Honda Life 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1985 Dodge Conquest has manual transmission. 1985 Dodge Conquest will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Dodge Conquest 2002 Honda Life
Make Dodge Honda
Model Conquest Life
Year Released 1985 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2555 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 143 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 3400 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2370 mm


 

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