1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1993 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Ford Falcon 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 1993 Ford Falcon. 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, 1993 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Conquest | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
