1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato

To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 23 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 740 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Dodge Conquest 2008 Fiat Ducato
Make Dodge Fiat
Model Conquest Ducato
Year Released 1985 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2555 cc 2286 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 143 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 14 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 2020 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 2160 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 3210 mm


 

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