1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 27 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 7 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 264 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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect, 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Conquest | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2911 mm |