1986 Dodge Conquest vs. 1989 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1989 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 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 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 174 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 1989 Dodge Viper 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 1989 Dodge Viper. 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Conquest | 1989 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Conquest | Viper |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 7994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
