1986 Dodge Conquest vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 18 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 15 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 178 kg more than 1986 Dodge Conquest.
Because 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Escape 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, 1986 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Conquest | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Conquest | Escape |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
