1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 1999 Kia Retona is newer by 12 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 95 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 545 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 1999 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Conquest | Retona |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
