1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 290 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 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Conquest | Forester |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2615 mm |