1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest. 2008 Land Rover LR2 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. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Conquest | LR2 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |