1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2009 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 5,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest. 2009 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Dodge Conquest 2009 Nissan Titan
Make Dodge Nissan
Model Conquest Titan
Year Released 1985 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2555 cc 5598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 143 HP 313 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 385 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 2030 mm


 

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