1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 24 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, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Conquest | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2794 mm |
