1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1977 Ford Escort
To start off, 1987 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort 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 140 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 450 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Escort 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 1977 Ford Escort. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 1977 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Conquest | Escort |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 937 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
