1986 Dodge Conquest vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 50 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Dodge Conquest.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Conquest | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Conquest | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
