1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 1987 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 400 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Vauxhall Viva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Vauxhall Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
| Make | Chrysler | Vauxhall |
| Model | Conquest | Viva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
