1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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 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 45 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 598 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | Conquest | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
