1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight 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 45 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Insight, 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Conquest | Insight |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |