1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Conquest | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
