1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2003 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 166 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot.
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, 2003 Honda Pilot, 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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest. 2003 Honda Pilot 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. 2003 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2003 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Conquest | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
