1986 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 10 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 12 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler Conquest | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Conquest | Celica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
