1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster 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 39 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Duster 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 Renault Duster 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Conquest | Duster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2673 mm |
