1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 24 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1297 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 GMC Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest. 2009 GMC Savana 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. 2009 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2009 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Conquest | Savana |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3440 mm |
