1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 21 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 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport 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.
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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Conquest | GranSport |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 4242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |