1986 Dodge Conquest vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 21 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 14 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 458 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Conquest | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Conquest | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
