1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 1987 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 944 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 40 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 944 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
Because 1985 Porsche 944 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 1985 Porsche 944. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Conquest | 944 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
