1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1132 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 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Conquest | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2970 mm |
