1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2005 Mazda Marathon
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon 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 39 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Marathon weights approximately 237 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2005 Mazda Marathon | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Conquest | Marathon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 10 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1517 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
