1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2,835 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Conquest | Colt |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2835 cc |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2970 mm |