1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2003 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2003 Ford Maverick is newer by 18 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 20 more horse power than 2003 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Maverick weights approximately 238 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Because 2003 Ford Maverick 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, 2003 Ford Maverick 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Maverick. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2003 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Conquest | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
