1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 28 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, 2013 Kia Forte (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 42 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte.
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, 2013 Kia Forte, 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 2013 Kia Forte | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Conquest | Forte |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
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 | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |