1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 645 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.
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, 2006 Mercury Milan, 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Conquest | Milan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
