1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1473 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest. 2011 Chevrolet Express 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. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Conquest | Express |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3429 mm |
