1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 19 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Conquest | Colorado |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |