1986 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chrysler Conquest 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 111 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 Chrysler Conquest.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler Conquest | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Conquest | Passat |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
