1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 22 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 600 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Conquest | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |
