1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 32 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 407 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Conquest | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 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 | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
