1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 404 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Because 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Conquest | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3090 mm |
