1986 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica 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 99 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 377 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Celica 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 1977 Toyota Celica. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler Conquest | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Conquest | Celica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
