1986 Dodge Conquest vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 14 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, 2000 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 21 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 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Dodge Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Conquest | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Conquest | Leon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
