1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (170 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Conquest | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
