1986 Dodge Conquest vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 19 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 19 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 113 kg more than 1986 Dodge Conquest.
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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (167 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Conquest | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Conquest | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
