1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Conquest | Exige |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |