1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 19 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Conquest | Escape |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
