1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 575 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.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Conquest | Antara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
