1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 596 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Conquest | Musso |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
