1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 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 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 67 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
Because 1995 Ford Ranger 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 1995 Ford Ranger. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chrysler Conquest | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Conquest | Ranger |
Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |