1986 Dodge Conquest vs. 1996 Volvo 460
To start off, 1996 Volvo 460 is newer by 10 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 61 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 460. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 255 kg more than 1996 Volvo 460. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Conquest | 1996 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Conquest | 460 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
