1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight

To start off, both 1987 Chrysler Conquest and 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 165 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Chrysler Conquest 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
Make Chrysler Oldsmobile
Model Conquest Ninety-Eight
Year Released 1987 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2555 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 185 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 1325 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 5010 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2830 mm


 

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