1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2002 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM5 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 21 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM5. 2002 Samsung SM5 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 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2002 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Samsung |
| Model | Conquest | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
