1986 Dodge Conquest vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 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 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 1989 Mazda 323. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 234 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Conquest | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Conquest | 323 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1840 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 | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
