1986 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 19 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 61 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 248 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler Conquest | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Conquest | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
