1986 Dodge Conquest vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 228 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Conquest | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Conquest | 19 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
