1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2005 Noble M12
To start off, 2005 Noble M12 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Noble M12.
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, 2005 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2005 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Dodge | Noble |
| Model | Conquest | M12 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
