1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia 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 30 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 45 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 Skoda Octavia, 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Dodge | Skoda |
Model | Conquest | Octavia |
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 | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |