1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio 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 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
Make | Dodge | Mahindra |
Model | Conquest | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2609 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |