1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1987 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica 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 147 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 647 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Publica 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 1969 Toyota Publica. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Conquest | Publica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2170 mm |
