1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1987 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1302 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 136 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 515 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Volkswagen 1302 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 Volkswagen 1302. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 1968 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Conquest | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
