1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 15 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 66 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 210 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Conquest | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
