1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 1987 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 313 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
Because 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre 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 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | Conquest | 3.5 Litre |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2820 mm |
