1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 22 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, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1985 Dodge Conquest has manual transmission. 1985 Dodge Conquest will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Conquest | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
