1986 Dodge Conquest vs. 1973 AC 428
To start off, 1986 Dodge Conquest is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 AC 428 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1986 Dodge Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 AC 428 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 1973 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Dodge 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, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Conquest | 1973 AC 428 | |
| Make | Dodge | AC |
| Model | Conquest | 428 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 7002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
