1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 23 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 19 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 313 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
Because 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Conquest | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4501 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2639 mm |
