1986 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 26 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 70 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 75 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chrysler Conquest | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Conquest | Jetta |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2651 mm |