1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 20 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 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 490 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Conquest | Ranger |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |