1986 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1973 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1986 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 330 kg more than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Fairlady 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 1973 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler Conquest, 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, 1986 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chrysler Conquest | 1973 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Conquest | Fairlady |
Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |