1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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 Mini Cooper, 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Dodge | Mini |
Model | Conquest | Cooper |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2467 mm |