1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 19 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 5 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
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, 2004 Seat Toledo, 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest. 2004 Seat Toledo 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. 2004 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Conquest | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
