1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens 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 4 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 351 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 Kia Carens, 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, 2012 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Conquest | Carens |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |