1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 289 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 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Conquest | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
