1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 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 3 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 269 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest. 2005 Kia Sorento 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. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Conquest | Sorento |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1549 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |