1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic 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 77 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Conquest | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
