1986 Dodge Conquest vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 27 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, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 416 kg more than 1986 Dodge Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Dodge Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Conquest | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Conquest | Escape |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
