1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2006 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Forenza 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Forenza 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 Suzuki Forenza 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2006 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
Model | Conquest | Forenza |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |