1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Conquest | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
