1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Because 1985 Dodge Conquest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Dodge Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix20, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Conquest | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2615 mm |
