1986 Dodge Conquest vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 43 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Conquest | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Conquest | Bora |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
